Lexus SUV Towing Guide | Flow Lexus of Winston-Salem
Lexus SUVs have been a beacon of luxury and capability for decades. At Flow Lexus of Winston-Salem, the 2026 SUV models also stand out for their rugged off-road capabilities and towing versatility, making them ideal for hauling a boat, a camping trailer, recreational equipment, and more.
How Much Can Lexus SUVs Tow?
2026 Lexus GX
The Lexus GX 550 has the highest towing capacity in the lineup. It uses a body-on-frame design and a 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 engine with 349 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque. Full-time four-wheel drive, trailer sway control, a trailer brake controller, and a tow hitch with ball mount all come standard, so the GX 550 is ready tow without any extra equipment.
- The Overtrail trim has the highest towing capacity of 9,096 pounds.
- The Premium and Overtrail+ trims can tow up to 9,063 pounds.
- The Luxury trims can tow between 7,601 and 7,844 pounds, depending on configuration.
For drivers around Lexington who want to haul a boat or a heavier trailer, the Lexus GX is the most capable SUV Lexus offers.
2026 Lexus LX
Both Lexus LX variants are rated tow 8,000 pounds. They share the same 3.4-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine as the GX and add full-time four-wheel drive (4WD), adaptive variable suspension, and a standard Class IV towing receiver hitch. The LX 700h variant includes a trailer brake controller as standard equipment. For shoppers who want maximum towing in a more premium, road-focused package, the Lexus LX delivers.
2026 Lexus NX
The Lexus NX can tow up to 2,000 pounds, whether you choose the gas, hybrid, or plug-in hybrid version. It's a good fit for drivers traveling between Clemmons and Lewisville who need tow a small utility trailer, bike rack trailer, or light cargo carrier. The Lexus NX is efficient and easy to drive, making it practical for daily use and small loads without the bulk of bigger SUVs.
2026 Lexus RX
All Lexus RX trims, including the RX 350, RX 350h, RX 450h+, and RX 500h, have a tow rating of 3,500 pounds when equipped with the towing prep package. This allows you tow jet skis, small fishing boats, pop-up campers, and compact travel trailers. The RX is a comfortable and practical two-row SUV that's ready for weekend trips to Belews Lake or Mount Airy.
2026 Lexus TX
The Lexus TX is the largest SUV in the lineup, with three rows of seats for up to seven people and up to 97 cubic feet of cargo space behind the front row. The TX 350 and TX 500h can tow up to 5,000 pounds, but the TX 550h+ is not rated for towing. Aluminum roof rails come standard on the base TX 350 and some higher trims.
The Lexus TX can tow small travel trailers, midsize boats, and single-horse trailers with ease. It's a good option for families near Advance and Lexington who need extra space for people or cargo and want tow on the same trip.
2026 Lexus UX
The new Lexus UX Hybrid is not rated for towing, but it's still a versatile subcompact luxury SUV for drivers commuting between Clemmons and Lewisville. It has 17.2 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seat, or 43.5 cubic feet with the seats folded. The F SPORT Design and F SPORT Handling trims come with dark roof rails, making it easy to add rooftop cargo carriers or crossbars for carrying light gear and up to five passengers.
2026 Lexus RZ
The all-electric Lexus RZ does not have a towing rating. Instead, buyers in the Winston-Salem area can focus on its cargo space for weekend trips. Behind the second row, the ZX offers 23.74 cubic feet of cargo space, or up to 55.57 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. It delivers up to 301 miles of range and 221 horsepower with front-wheel drive (FWD), or 229 miles and 402 horsepower with all-wheel drive (AWD).
FAQs
The Lexus GX 550 comes standard with a comprehensive towing package, including trailer sway control, a trailer brake controller, and a tow hitch with ball mount. The Lexus RX and Lexus TX require an available towing prep package to reach their rated maximums.
At the very least, a properly rated hitch and ball mount, trailer wiring harness, and trailer sway control. The Lexus GX and Lexus LX both come with trailer sway control, and the Lexus GX 550 variant also includes a trailer brake controller, which is required when towing a trailer weighing over 1,500 pounds in North Carolina.
North Carolina law requires trailer brakes on any trailer with a gross weight over 4,000 lb. Beyond the legal threshold, trailer brakes substantially reduce stopping distance for any load. For drivers heading from Lexington or Mount Airy into mountain terrain, trailer brakes are advisable at any significant weight.
Place 60 percent of the trailer's cargo weight ahead of the trailer axle and 40 percent behind it. Keep heavy items low and centered. Tongue weight should fall between 10 and 15 percent of the total trailer weight. Uneven or rear-heavy loading is the leading cause of trailer sway.
No. The FWD trims for the Lexus RX and Lexus TX SUVs have the same towing capacity as their AWD counterparts. The Lexus GX and Lexus LX models use full-time 4WD. Yet, AWD or 4WD does add traction control when launching a boat on a wet ramp or pulling a trailer on gravel roads around Advance and Lewisville.
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